Addition and Subtraction Word Problems

Front

What is the result of subtracting a smaller number from a larger number?

Back

The result is called the difference.

Front

If there are 82 people on a train and 28 get off, how do you find the number of people left?

Back

You subtract the number of people who got off (28) from the total number of people (82).

Front

What operation would you use to find out how many more cookies Nate has after dropping some and receiving more?

Back

You would use both subtraction (to find how many he lost) and addition (to find how many he gained).

Front

How do you calculate the total number of items served over two days?

Back

You add the number of items served on each day together.

Front

What is the formula for finding the total number of items when combining two groups?

Back

Total = Group 1 + Group 2.

Front

In a word problem, what does the term 'left' usually indicate?

Back

It usually indicates a subtraction operation.

Front

How do you determine how many items were sold if you know the initial amount and the remaining amount?

Back

You subtract the remaining amount from the initial amount.

Front

What is the first step in solving a word problem involving addition or subtraction?

Back

Identify the key numbers and the operation needed.

Front

What does the term 'total' refer to in addition problems?

Back

The total refers to the sum of all quantities involved.

Front

When faced with a word problem, how can you visualize the situation?

Back

You can draw a diagram or write an equation to represent the problem.